$964,796
$271
$256
23
5
116
2004
Recent Transactions
2
$1,361,000
Overview
Desert Hills is a rural, largely unincorporated area north of Phoenix between I-17 and Cave Creek, with custom homes on larger lots, horse properties and scenic desert terrain. It offers a quieter lifestyle while being close to Anthem and north Phoenix amenities.
Who This Community Is Best Suited For
- Buyers wanting acreage close to the city
- Horse owners
- Custom-home buyers and builders
- Those seeking fewer HOA rules
Typical Price Ranges
Homes range from older ranch properties to newer custom estates on acreage, so prices vary widely by lot size, views and improvements. Use the stats above as a starting point and contact SDF Realty for parcel-level guidance.
Lifestyle Highlights
- Larger lots and horse-friendly properties
- Mountain and desert views
- Close to Anthem shopping
- Quiet, rural roads
Dining & Shopping
Most shopping and dining is in nearby Anthem, north Phoenix along Happy Valley Road, and the Carefree Highway corridor.
School Information
Desert Hills is generally served by Deer Valley Unified School District; Boulder Creek High School is a common high school assignment. Some eastern addresses may be near the Cave Creek Unified boundary. Verify attendance zone by exact street address.
Outdoor Recreation
Nearby trails, Sonoran desert preserves, Lake Pleasant and Tonto National Forest provide hiking, riding and boating. Several golf courses are within a short drive in Anthem and north Phoenix.
Commute Information
Approximate drive times; vary with traffic.
- Anthem: about 10 minutes
- Downtown Phoenix: about 35-45 minutes
- Sky Harbor Airport: about 40-50 minutes
- Loop 101 / I-17: about 15-20 minutes
Pros
- Acreage close to the metro
- Horse and hobby-friendly
- Often no HOA
- Quick I-17 access
Things to Consider
- Water, well and septic due diligence needed
- Some unpaved roads
- Fewer services in the immediate area
- Zoning and setbacks vary by parcel
Questions about Desert Hills? Contact Scott Finney, SDF Realty, LLC, 602-803-4646, scott@SDFRealty.com.
Map of the area
Listing Agent: Rhonda L. Solomon
Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty
Attribution contact: 1 480-415-4233; Rhonda@Solomonazrealestate.com
Listing Agent: Jeff Huff
Listing Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Arizona Properties
Attribution contact: 480-888-6361; jeffreyghuff@gmail.com
Listing Agent: Cristian T Ioanca
Listing Office: West USA Realty
Attribution contact: 623-330-4647; chris.azrealty1@gmail.com
Listing Agent: Raymond W Kerege
Listing Office: HomeSmart
Attribution contact: 623-300-5074; Raymond@EnjoyArizonaLiving.com
Listing Agent: Cariste Blase Harlan
Listing Office: Compass
Attribution contact: 408-781-4929; caristeharlan@gmail.com
Listing Agent: Heidi Serrano
Listing Office: HomeSmart
Attribution contact: 602-768-1229; heidiserranorealestate@gmail.com
Listing Agent: Zachary Malito
Listing Office: My Home Group Real Estate
Attribution contact: 303-257-8693; Zachary.malito@gmail.com
Listing Agent: Cheryl Rosser
Listing Office: HomeSmart
Attribution contact: 623-340-6274; crosserrealtor@gmail.com
Listing Agent: Curtis Mitchell
Listing Office: SERHANT.
Attribution contact: 602-758-1795; Curtis@TheMitchellGroupAZ.com
Listing Agent: Scott Kirby
Listing Office: West USA Realty
Attribution contact: 602-502-5885; az.kirby@gmail.com
Listing Agent: Miriam Heath
Listing Office: Keller Williams Arizona Realty
Attribution contact: 323-899-9480; miriamheath@kw.com
Listing Agent: Sheley L Carter
Listing Office: My Home Group Real Estate
Attribution contact: 623-418-7696; sheld68@icloud.com
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